Stephanie Elam's CNN Exit: A Look Back at Her Career

0:00It's April 20th. From Hollywood to your headphones, this is Entertainment and Celebrity News. Today, powered by AI. Veteran CNN correspondent Stephanie Elam has wrapped up her final on-air appearances after more than 20 years with the network. She first announced her exit back on April 10th, wrapping up stints on shows like CNN News Central and The Lead with Jake Tapper. It's the end of a long run filled with high-profile reporting. Elam started at CNN in 2003, left for a bit to work at KMBC, then returned in 2013. Over the years, she covered massive stories from the deaths of music icons like Michael Jackson and Prince to volcanic eruptions in Hawaii and major, protests across the country. Her work spanned everything from entertainment to breaking news. During her last days, Sarah Sinner called her a sister who helped do tough times like

1:01cancer, and they promised to stay tight. Jake Tapper remembered her grit from covering tornadoes in Oklahoma and chaos in Ferguson. Joking he'd bring her back if he ran the place. The vibes were heartfelt all around. CNN praised her for bringing clarity, heart, and real connection to every story she touched. They called her a trusted voice and wished her luck in whatever comes next. This exit comes after anchor, where Hell Solomon bounced in March, part of some recent changes at the network. Elam's proud of documenting history up close, and now she's stepping into a fresh chapter. Fans and friends alike are cheering her on as she moves forward.